AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) finalized the purchase of 1,100 acres in Lampasas and Burnet Counties, completing the second phase of an acquisition to create a new state park. The property is located across the river from […]
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Asia Society Texas Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Daily calendar features live events, on-demand content for all ages, and staff recommendations! HOUSTON, April 21, 2025 — This May, Asia Society Texas invites the entire community to participate in the celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM) with 31 days of activities […]
Attorney General Ken Paxton Defends Texans’ Privacy Amid 23andMe Bankruptcy and Provides Information on How Consumers Can Protect Their Data
AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a motion to appoint a Consumer Privacy Ombudsman in the 23andMe bankruptcy case to ensure that the highly sensitive personal and genetic information of Texans is safeguarded throughout the bankruptcy proceedings. “The […]
Coastal Prairie Conservancy Announces Trailblazing for Tomorrow 2025 Bash to Support Conservation Efforts
April 21, 2025 – Houston, Texas – The Coastal Prairie Conservancy (CPC) is pleased to announce the Trailblazing for Tomorrow 2025 Bash, set to take place on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 6:30 PM at the Houston Country Club. This special evening will highlight […]
SBA Disaster News Release – SBA Relief Still Available to Texas Private Nonprofits Affected by Hurricane Beryl Deadline to apply for economic injury loans approaching
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding eligible private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Texas of the May 21, deadline to apply for a low interest federal disaster loan to offset economic injury caused by Hurricane Beryl occurring July […]
Lone Star Flight Museum Celebrated the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame Class of 2025, Now Boasting 100 Members, with Induction Ceremony and Luncheon on April 11.
(HOUSTON, Texas) April 11, 2025 – 300 guests celebrated the newest members into the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame at the induction ceremony and luncheon held on Friday April 11 at the Lone Star Flight Museum located at Ellington Airport. The Class of […]
Ivy League Scholar and New York Times Best Selling Author Lisa Miller to Serve as Featured Speaker at the Institute for Spirituality and Health’s
70th Anniversary Celebration on May 1, 2025 HOUSTON, Texas (April 17, 2025) – Lisa Miller, Ph.D., will serve as the featured speaker at the Institute for Spirituality and Health’s 70th Anniversary Platinum Jubilee Celebration on Thursday, May 1, in Houston. Miller […]
Check Your Air Conditioning Unit Now, Before Hot Weather Sets In – And Use Only A Licensed Air Conditioning Contractor
AUSTIN – Few things are as miserable – or as expensive – as a broken air conditioning system that could have been prevented by regular maintenance. Springtime is the perfect time to hire a licensed air conditioning contractor to assess any […]
TWC’s Upskill Texas Program Offers Opportunities to Boost Workforce Competitiveness
AUSTIN ⎯ The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is now accepting applications for the Upskill Texas program, which offers Texas businesses an advantage in building a highly qualified workforce. Upskill Texas enables businesses to invest in training solutions that address evolving industry demands and ensures they remain competitive in the marketplace. This initiative provides funding to support technical training for employers that are introducing new technologies, […]
Rice announces historic enrollment growth, expanding access and free tuition
With a commitment to surpassing $1.5B in financial aid in next 5 years, strategic expansion focuses on opportunity, academic excellence Click here to download Rice photos/video Click here for online press release HOUSTON – (April 21, 2025) – The Rice University […]
